Implementation & Activation Group Director (performance focus)

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. With exceptional talent, trusted data and intelligence, and world-class partnerships – all united by our pioneering agentic marketing platform, WPP Open – we help clients navigate change, capture opportunity, and deliver transformational growth. 

WPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalisation at scale. Connected through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients see exactly where, how, and why their media investment is working.

For more information, visit wppmedia.com.

Explore your future with Mindshare, part of WPP Media. If this role isn’t 100% aligned, apply anyway and we’ll add you to a specific Talent Pool so we can collaborate on future available positions.

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. For more information, visit wpp.com.

WPP Media is WPP’s global media collective. In a world where media is everywhere and in everything, we bring the best platform, people, and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth. For more information, visit wppmedia.com

At WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our people. It’s what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Media’s shared core values:

• Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity.
• Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust.
• Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise.

Mindshare delivers Good Growth for its clients. As “Growth Architects," we drive growth that benefits all stakeholders — better for people, planet, and business — by using media with intention. This approach creates more meaningful connections with consumers, increases consumer trust in the brand, and delivers better outcomes for all stakeholders.

We have found a great balance of embracing flexible working whilst also maintaining in-office collaboration with most teams meeting in the office 3 days per week.

• Lead the Charge: Steer and inspire a team of media specialists, guiding them to deliver brilliant omnichannel campaigns for our award-winning agency brands.
• Be the Strategic Guru: Act as a key partner for our top-tier clients, providing expert advice and shaping innovative media solutions that deliver real business results.
• Drive Operational Excellence: Oversee the entire campaign lifecycle, ensuring flawless implementation, continuous optimisation, and insightful reporting that showcases our success.
• Build Powerful Connections: Foster deep trust and collaboration by nurturing incredible relationships with senior clients, media partners, and internal teams.
• Champion What's Next: Keep your finger on the pulse of the ever-changing media landscape, championing a culture of innovation and uncovering new opportunities for growth.

An inspiring and commercially-minded digital leader who loves to mentor talent, build trusted client partnerships, and relentlessly push for smarter and more creative solutions will feel right at home. We’re also looking for;

• An Inspiring Leader: You have extensive agency experience and a proven talent for mentoring and developing high-performing, happy teams. Previous experience with Financial Services clients would be beneficial.
• A Digital Dynamo: You possess deep, hands-on expertise across the digital spectrum, with a mastery of Paid Search, Social Media, and Programmatic advertising.
• Commercially Savvy: You're laser-focused on performance metrics like CPA and ROI, with a knack for turning data and insights into profitable business outcomes.
• A Strategic Powerhouse: You can confidently consult with senior clients, challenge the status quo, and build strategies that smash business objectives.
• An All-Rounder: You're curious, organised, and accountable, with a natural ability to build strong relationships and foster a culture of excellence.

We want you to have the best opportunity to show us your skills and talents, please let us know if there is anything we can do to make the application/interview process work for you. Should you require any adjustments throughout the process, please collaborate with our hiring team who will be happy to assist.  

Research shows that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds often don't apply for roles if they don't meet all the criteria. Here, we strongly encourage you to apply if you’re interested: we'd love to know how you can positively impact our team with your experience! We believe that diversity is vital and positively influences the environment in which we operate. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment that is free of discrimination, harassment or bullying. Race, colour, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability or veteran status have no bearing on our hiring decisions, we encourage all applicants. 

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